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Wednesday, 5 June 2013

Australian singer Yunupingu dies

One of
Australia's leading indigenous figures, singer Yunupingu, has died at the age
of 56.

The lead singer of Yothu Yindi died at his home in
the Northern Territory after suffering from kidney disease.

Yunupingu was a significant cultural figure whose
music helped bridge the divide between white and black Australians.

He is also widely credited with introducing
indigenous music to the world with the 1990s hit Treaty.

The song, which blends indigenous music and rock,
made him a household name.